The Hockey East family is saddened today by the passing of
Northeastern University's Jack Grinold. Grinold, the longtime
sports information director at Northeastern University, died on
Friday. He was 81. A legendary presence felt across the Boston
sports and cultural landscapes, he joined Northeastern in 1962
and never left. After his retirement, he continued to serve the
university as associate athletic director emeritus and was widely
regarded as the dean of New England sports information directors.

"Jack was an icon on the Boston sports scene who mentored
so many, myself included," said Hockey East commissioner
Joe Bertagna. "He was an original, a man of many interests and
talents. And a real friend to legions. His contributions will be
difficult to replace."

For more information, refer to the Northeastern University
athletic web site gonu.com.